What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gambler
Example
He's a gambler who loves playing poker with his friends. [gambler: noun]
Example
She gambled away all her savings at the casino. [gambled: past tense verb]
punter
Example
He's a regular punter at the horse races. [punter: noun]
Example
She likes to punt on football games with her friends. [punt: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gambler is more commonly used than punter in everyday language, particularly in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gambler and punter?
Gambler is more formal than punter, which is often used in informal contexts.
